Climagel Weighted Blanket can be used with children and adults with a range of diagnosis including autism, Asperger's, ADHD, ADD, PDD-NOS, Sensory Processing Disorder, Bi-Polar Disorder, Dementia or anyone who suffers from anxiety and depression.  The use of a weighted blanket helps increase deep pressure input to the body.  Deep pressure input causes dopamine and serotonin to be released from the brain and calms the nervous system. A good balance of serotonin in the brain helps regulate all other brain chemistry and promotes a neutral and relaxed learning state.  Research (and experience) has shown that the weight should be approximately 10 % of a child's body weight to be effective.

Features:

1. -Blanket weighs 9.9lbs (4.5 kgs) & measures 47" by 63"
2. -Evenly distributed weight throughout blanket
3. -2 Fully removable Winter & Summer covers that are machine washable; and Gel filled blanket is easily cleaned with damp sponge
4. -Entire blanket can be easily heated by placing in a clothes dryer for 5-10 minutes, or until desired heat is reached
5. -For those individuals who overheat easily, the gel blanket can be cooled in a freezer for those hot summer nights where weight is still desired to sleep

A weighted blanket however should never be used as a restraint, should never be used to wrap the client or child up in, and should never cover the client/child's face. For safety reasons, a weighted blanket should NEVER be used with an individual unless they can independently remove the blanket themselves when needed.